Hold on to your office supplies! Kids ages 8 and up will be pilfer paper clips to solve these puzzles. They read the clues, then arrange a clip chain that satisfies all the clues.But if it keeps them entertained it’s worth it, right?

Life: The Ultimate Picture Puzzle: Can You Spot the Differences?

Wipe-off mazes are great. Not only do kids forget that they’ve solved this maze before and then re-solve it, but it means when the kids really do have them memorized, you can pass them down to younger siblings. Plus kids can make a mistake but then clear it off with no problem. These mazes are geared toward preschool age.

One Minute Mysteries: 65 Short Mysteries You Solve With Science!

One-minute mysteries keep kids reading for a whole bunch of minutes! And these have the added bonus of reinforcing science skills. These cover earth, space, life, physical, chemical, and general science.

While there are many highly entertaining visual puzzle books, the I Spy books set the standard.

A parent may need to read the riddle, which lays out which hidden-in-plain sight objects to find. But there are so many items in the intricate photo illustrations that children can make up new riddles or enjoy a little freelance sleuthing. Children of all ages love these books. Both series have books geared specifically to preschoolers, though children in that age range may also enjoy the regular...MORE series. Shop Amazon

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Where’s Waldo?

Hidden in plain sight, Waldo gets around the world! This collection includes Where’s Waldo, Where’s Waldo Now?, Where’s Waldo? The Fantastic Journey, Where Waldo? The Wonder Book and Where’s Waldo? In Hollywood. Find on Amazon